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Barbeque Nation , India’s leading casual dining restaurant chain, is all set to delight food enthusiasts across the country with its much-awaited Bengali Food Festival. Food lovers can immerse themselves in the vibrant and aromatic culinary tradition of Bengal with a specially curated menu available at all Barbeque Nation outlets nationwide.

The Bengali Food Festival celebrates the diversity and depth of Bengali cuisine, offering an exquisite selection of appetizers, main courses, and desserts, inspired by the region’s rich heritage. Guests can savor the distinct flavors of Bengal, from street food classics to traditional dishes, brought to life with a modern twist.

“We are thrilled to bring the vibrant and rich flavors of Bengali cuisine to our guests with the Bengali Food Festival. Bengali food is renowned for its unique combination of spices, textures, and aromas, and through this festival, we aim to offer our diners a true taste of Bengal’s culinary legacy. From street food favorites like Ghugni Puchka to the comforting, slow-cooked delicacies like Mutton Dakbungalow, we are excited to celebrate the diverse food culture of this iconic region. We believe food is a way to connect with culture, and through this festival, we hope to take our guests on a flavourful journey.”said Rahul Agrawal, CEO of Barbeque Nation.

The specially curated menu for the festival features a variety of traditional dishes that highlight the bold and unique tastes of the region.To start, guests can enjoy Spicy and tangy, Ghugni Phuchka, Ghugni Chaat, Vegetable Beetroot Chop and soft puffed Luchis paired with spicy Aloo Dum in Veg Starters. For non veg starters, there’s the crispy golden fried Fish Fingers, paired with flavorful dips and Dimer Devil, stuffed with spicy masala and deep fried to perfection.

Adding to the regional experience is a delightful and aromatic Kolkata Chicken Biryani and Misti Pulao.

Non-vegetarian lovers can relish the main course with slow cooked Mutton Dak Bunglow, Chicken Chaap and a traditional Bengali Doi Maach. Vegetarians, too, are in for a treat with dishes in main course like the rich and aromatic Kosha Potol, Jhinge Aloo Posto.

No Bengali meal is complete without indulging in traditional desserts. Guests can savor the soft spongy and iconic Bengali Rasgulla soaked in syrup, which together promise to end the meal on a sweet note.

Coimbatore, November 18: Championship contenders Goa Aces JA Racing received a massive boost when Sohil Shah destroyed a high-quality field and delivered a hat-trick of pole position, race win and best lap, in the Indian Racing Festival, promoted by the Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd, at the Kari Motor Speedway here on Saturday.

It was 23-year-old Shah’s first win in the Indian Racing League, and he did it in style beating the likes of veterans Neel Jani (Hyderabad Blackbirds) and Alvaro Parente (Speed Demons Delhi) who came in second and third respectively. However, Parente was docked a five-second penalty and was pushed to P4 with Jon Lancaster (Chennai Turbo Riders) moving up a spot to P3.

The winning margin of 17.156 seconds underlined Shah’s dominating performance that came on the back of several podium finishes this season.

With the sun out and track almost fully dry following rains earlier in the day, it was Shah who roared away from the rolling start and with every lap increased his lead over Jani,Lancaster and Parente who got involved in a close battle.

Behind the front-runners, Shah’s team-mate Shahan Ali Mohsin finished an impressive fifth after starting from P12 to bring more cheer to Goa Aces JA Racing team. However, Shahan dropped to seventh following a 20-second penalty.

“I am very happy with this win today after several podium finishes. It was a good race and am pleased with my performance as the grid had top drivers like Jani, Parente and Lancaster,” said Shah.

The two-day Indian Racing Festival, sponsored by Kingfisher Soda, JK Tyres, Mobil 1 and Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Limited and broadcasted on Star Sports and Fancode.

Formula 4 Indian Championship

South African Aqil Alibhai (Hyderabad Blackbirds) came up with yet another brilliant drive on a drying Kari Motor Speedway track to post his sixth overall and fifth win in a row to consolidate his spot on top of the leaderboard in the FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship.

Finishing in P2 was his closest rival, Ruhaan Alva (Shrachi Rarh Royal Bengal Tigers) who wasted a pole-position start while Canadian Hady Noah Mimassi (Chennai Turbo Riders) completed the podium while also winning the Rookie award besides clocking the best lap of the race.

At the start, Alva made a poor getaway and left the door open at Turn-1 for Alibhai to forge ahead. Thereafter, the South African maintained his lead, literally tiptoeing past the water patches and later the back markers. Behind him Alva settled in second place unable to come close to making a move on Alibhai while Mimassi couldn’t make much headaway and had to be content with P3.

Reflecting on his performance today, table topper Alibhai said: “I am happy to win today. I had a good start but had to be careful due to the water on the track. Towards the end, others were catching up, but I managed to maintain my lead and want to maintain the momentum tomorrow and win the championship.”

27th JK Tyre-FMSCI National Racing Championship 

Starting from P2 on the grid, Bengaluru’s Tijil Rao (Dark Don Racing) pulled off yet another win to move closer to the championship title in the 27th JK Tyre-FMSCI National Racing Championship on Saturday at the Kari Motor Speedway. 

In a close LGB Formula 4 race, Tijil held off a strong challenge from Chennai’s Saran Vikram Tmars (Momentum Motorsports) while Rookie Dhruvh Goswami (MSPORT) from Bengaluru finished third. Meanwhile, as many as seven drivers failed to finish the incident-filled race.

Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup

Championship leader Navaneeth Kumar S from Puducherry consolidated his position on the points table with one win and a P2 finish in the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup. His arch-rival, Rohan R from Coimbatore matched the performance to remain in title contention.

Meanwhile, Bengaluru’s Yogesh P also notched a double in the Amateurs category to seal the championship in this class.

Mumbai, 25th October 2024: As the world embraces new ways of exploring, The Gypsy Travel Festival steps in to redefine the travel experience. On 11th and 12th January, 2025, Mumbai will once again play host to the Third Edition of India’s premier curated travel showcase at Jio World Drive, offering travellers a gateway to the world’s most enchanting adventures. The vibrant two-day celebration, curated by the Gypsy Travel Network, blends together travel, culture and global cuisine in a single setting, allowing you to seamlessly plan, customise and book your dream vacation all in one go.

The festival serves as a unique platform, fostering meaningful connections between key players in the travel industry and eager explorers, offering personalised guidance for those seeking adventures beyond the ordinary. Attendees can immerse themselves in virtual reality tours to dream destinations, participate in interactive workshops like perfume-making and origami, enjoy live performances and bespoke experiences artistically recreated to bring alive the richness of global traditions. With exclusive festival-only offers that simplify the booking process, expert insights from industry leaders and over 300 travel products exhibited across the 7 continents, attendees will leave with personalised inspiration for their next vacation, at unbeatable prices.

Speaking about the upcoming edition, Sumit Lulla, Festival Director, stated, “Travel has evolved beyond simply ticking off destinations; it is now about discovering new places, meeting remarkable people, connecting with diverse cultures and crafting unforgettable stories along the way. Our goal is to build a thriving community of aspiring travellers through both online and offline mediums, making us India’s most trusted source of information to elevate your next trip.”

Today, India is witnessing an exhilarating revival in travel, holding the top spot in the APAC Travel Confidence Index. In this dynamic setting, The Gypsy Travel Festival emerges as more than just a source of inspiration—it serves as a pivotal platform for turning travel aspirations into reality. This is your opportunity to turn those long-held desires into unforgettable adventures that will stay with you forever. Just in time for the summer break, whether you are a seasoned traveller or planning your next escape, The Gypsy Travel Festival is your trusted guide every step of the way.

Cultivate your wanderlust, network with fellow travellers and immerse yourself in a transformative journey at the third edition of The Gypsy Travel Festival on 11th and 12th January, 2025 in Mumbai